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Beach Area Action PlanvBT01brayTC-129-end-a/w 3/6/05 1:11 pm Page 140
15| Bray Harbour & North
Beach Area Action Plan 15.1 Introduction
The Bray Harbour and North Beach Area Action Plan pertains to the area of land zoned F5
on the Land Use Zoning and Objectives Map. As illustrated on the map, the site encompasses
the harbour, the industrial units north of the harbour and the proposed reclaimed land
and breakwater. Proposals within the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown area are subject to
their agreement.
Map B illustrates an Area Action Plan for the Bray Harbour and North Beach area. This map
is strictly indicative only and the Council will consider modifications, so long as (i) the area
of each zone is provided, (ii) the overriding objectives for each zone are complied with, and
(iii) the modifications comply with the proper planning and sustainable development of the
area. The Action Plan provides a planning framework in which the development of the Bray
Harbour and North Beach area may be facilitated, and appropriate proposals developed.
Due regard shall be given to the general development standards and other general provisions
of Chapters 1-13 of the Bray Development Plan, 2005. However, in the event of inconsistency
between these general provisions and the objectives of the Bray Harbour and North Beach
Area Action Plan, the latter shall take precedence.
15.2 Action Plan Objectives
To provide a high quality integrated harbour/marina mixed-use development with pedestrian
and/or vehicular links to the Bray Golf Club Lands and Strand Road. The Council envisages
that the harbour area will become synonymous as a high-class centre for water based
outdoor/recreational pursuits and civic/social amenities. The development shall provide the
following land uses:
• Water based outdoor/recreational pursuits;
• Ground floor retail;
• Café/restaurant;
• Leisure facilities (private and communal);
• Open space;
• Civic social amenity/community clubs;
• Berths (circa 300 berths);
• Residential;
• Artisan and crafts quarter;
• Provide public access to the North beach.
The development will involve substantial land reclamation north of the existing harbour. It is
essential that the necessary coastal protection works are provided to preserve the reclaimed
and existing land from erosion in the future. The residential amenity of North Strand
Road/Seapoint Road area shall be protected.
The development shall be planned so as to ensure that public access to the area is
maximised, through the development of quality and legible public access links, which link to
all adjoining areas. Vehicular access to the North beach development will be through the
Golf Club Lands.
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15| Bray Harbour & North Taking Zone 1, 2 & 3 (as defined in Map B) as a whole, the following development
Beach Area Action Plan standards shall apply:
• Maximum plot ratio = 1.0
• Maximum site coverage = 55%
• Maximum density = 55 units/acre
15.3 Zone 1: Habour and Marina (29 acres)
Integrated harbour and marina comprising:
• marina basin with potential for circa 300 berths;
• leisure harbour with easy access to the sea;
• promenade access;
• harbour entrance with wave absorbing basin;
• generally a maximum height of 4 storeys above ground level is appropriate in Zone 1.
However the Council may permit heights above this, where the specific context of the site
and the design of the building allows it;
• the height of any proposed developments adjacent to existing residential developments,
shall be consistent with the height of these existing structures;
• throughout Zone 1, the ground level of the site should be consistent with the current ground
level of the area;
• the provision of marine based community clubs and facilities in a waterside location with
direct access to a launching beach and slipways. The facilities should provide appropriate
clubhouse and boatyard facilities. In addition, commercial recreational based developments
should be provided;
• pedestrian priority;
• underground parking;
• residential component ancillary to all other uses;
• an architectural competition shall take place for the design and development of a
landmark building;
• vehicular access to the Bray harbour and beach area north of the Dargle river will be from the
Golf Club lands;
• a boat pen shall be provided;
• at an appropriate location, boat slip way facilities shall be provided.
Provision of the harbour and marina would involve marine construction, dredging and land
reclamation works above and below high water mark.
The harbour and marina development shall incorporate an area for marine-based enterprise
and for light industrial and commercial use associated with boat building and maintenance.
At the early stages of the preparation of a scheme, the developers of the Harbour area shall
consult with all relevant interest groups in the town that are associated with marine-based
activities. The aim of this consultation shall be to ensure that the development, where
appropriate, is undertaken in a manner that meets the needs of all types of marine based
activities in harbour and marina based developments.
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15| Bray Harbour & North Permitted In Principle Uses in Zone 1
Beach Area Action Plan
Use Illustrative Type
Commercial Entertainment Bars
Restaurants
Café
Food Outlets
Accommodation Hotel
Holiday Accommodation
Retail Ships Chandlers
Marine Related Stores
Clothing and Specialist
Clothing
Arts and Crafts
Book Shop/Art Gallery/Records/CDs
Gift Shop/Souvenir
Hairdresser
Florist
Convenience Store/Food
Leisure Health and Fitness Club
Spa
Water based outdoor/recreational pursuits
Business Harbour Master and Marina Reception Office
Small Offices
Residential Residential development
ancillary to other uses
Civic and Social Amenities Cultural Art Gallery
Tourist and Heritage Centre
Library
Museum
Conference and Exhibition
Community Primary Healthcare
Crèche
Public toilets/showers/changing facilities
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Beach Area Action Plan 15.4 Zone 2: Residential (8.5 acres)
Provide for residential development, subject to the following standards and limitations:
• High quality urban design will be required within residential layouts for the purpose of
protecting the environmental quality and amenity of the area;
• Developments shall promote the creation of socially mixed communities and cater for varied
lifestyle requirements, building types and settings. A variety of different house types and
sizes will be required;
• Minimisation of impact of development on coastal views;
• Generally, a maximum height of 4 storeys above ground level with penthouse, is appropriate
in Zone 2, however the Council may permit heights above this, where the specific context of
the site and the design of the building allows it;
• Good vehicular access with adequate car parking;
• It is essential that the necessary coastal protection works are provided to preserve the
reclaimed land from erosion in the future.
Acceptability of Uses in Zone 2
Acceptability Description of Use
Permitted in Principle Crèche/Nursery School
Open Space
Private Garage
Public Services
Residential
Not Normally Permitted but Open for Consideration Bed and Breakfast
Commercial Recreational Buildings
Community Facility
Cultural Use
Doctor/Dentist
Education
Guest House
Halting Sites
Health Centre
Hotel
Local Neighbourhood Services
Neighbourhood Shops
Public House
Recreational Facility/Sports Club
Residential Institution
Restaurant
Retirement Home
Small Home Based Economic Activity
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Beach Area Action Plan 15.5: Open Space and Recreational Amenities
Land adjoining Zones 1 and 2 is located within the jurisdiction of Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown
County Council. This land is zoned ‘F: To preserve and provide for open space and
recreational amenities’ under the ‘Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development
Plan 2004-2010’.
15.6 Planning Applications
Where appropriate, planning applications in respect of the above Action Plan must be
accompanied by the following:
• Design Brief/Urban Design Strategy/Landscaping Scheme/Tree Survey;
• Mobility Management Plan;
• Environmental Impact Assessment;
• Area Action Plan-Details to accompany submission of planning application;
• Any other information which the planning authority considers appropriate.
Proposed developments must link with/take account of development objectives for the
adjoining Golf Club Lands and Seafront Area, as outlined in the ‘Chapter 14: Bray Golf Club
Lands Area Action Plan’ and ‘Chapter 11: Bray Seafront Area’.
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